Question

Manures help in

• A. growth of helpful soil organisms.
• B. decreasing water holding capacity.
• C. increasing water holding capacity.
• D. enriching soil with nutrients.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C), (D)

The correct options are
A growth of helpful soil organisms.
C increasing water holding capacity.
D enriching soil with nutrients.

Manures are the organic substances formed by decomposition of animal excreta and plant waste.
Manure aids farmers in the following ways:
(i) It provides ideal conditions for the growth of helpful soil organisms. Presence of a good number of organims in the soil increases soil fertility.
(ii) It adds organic matter which increases the water holding capacity of the soil.